Broken Bones are from England and were formed by Tony "Bones" Roberts in 1983 after they he left Discharge. Sounds magazine did an article titled "Broken Bones", about Bones leaving Discharge. Bones had found his new band name. The original lineup was Tezz on bass, Bones on guitar, Nobby as the vocalist and drummer Bazz. Their first single release was the January 1984 "Decapitated" which hit # 10 in the indy charts. The follow-up single "Crucifix" was released in May 1984 hitting #12. Tezz left the band to join UK Subs and friend and roadie Paul "Hoddy" took over on bass. This new line-up recorded the band's first album "Dem Bones", and toured Europe & the USA.
Hoddy then left to join Conflict, and Tezz resumed bass playing duties, and the F.O.A.D. album was released with Karl "Egghead" from The Exploited joining in on rythem guitar.
The band then had several line-up changes with Nobby leaving to live in America and Tezz once more departing . Hoddy returned to play bass and sing. The band released the "Seeing Thru My Eyes" ep with this 3-piece line-up. Eventually the band ground to a halt.
Later the band reformed once more with the original line up to record 'trader in death', a record the band cites as their best recording.
Bones reformed the band with a new line up of Cliff on drums, Quiv on vocals and Darren "Thrasher" Harris (of Exit Condition) on bass. This is where the band took a more metal turn with their music, releasing "Losing Control". Two more albums were to follow with the 12 inch release "Religion is Responsible" and another album "Stitched Up". After these albums release, the band's touring and recording fell into remission.
In 1996 Broken Bones reformed. Bones as on guitar, Quiv on vocal, Hoddy on bass and Dave on drums. They released their first studio album in 8 years, "Without Conscience" in 2001 and in 2004, they released "Time For Anger, Not Justice". Both albums bring the band back to their roots as they play the brand of hardcore they're most well known for. They still gig and tour regularly. They were the last band to play before 2006's ill-fated British Invasion concert in San Bernardino was shut down. They played they're last show with this line up supporting the UK Subs in 2010.
In 2012 Broken Bones were to reform again, this time with original member Tezz Roberts back on bass, Bones on lead guitar and also returning to the group is Karl "Egghead" Morris. New to this line-up is Jeff "JJ" Janiak on vocals, and Andy Dawson on drums. This Line up toured throughout much of Europe before Karl and Andy would call it a day. Andy would be replaced by former drummer Dave Bridgewood and go on to release the "Dead & Gone" EP.
Discography
1983 single "Decapitated"
1983 single "Crucifix"
1984 Album "Dem Bones"
1984 Album "I..O..U....Nothing"
1985 Album "Live at the 100 Club"
1985 single "Seeing Through My Eyes"
1985 Album "Bonecrusher" (U.S. only release)
1986 single "Never Say Die"
1987 Album "F.O.A.D" studio/live album
1987 Album "Trader in Death"
1989 Album "Losing Control"
1991 Album "Stiched UP"
1992 single "Religion is Responsible"
2001 Album "Without Conscience"
2003 single "No One Survives"
2004 Album "Time For Anger, Not Justice"
Misfit
Broken Bones Lyrics
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Got to get to number one
What the hell is happening?
What have they done?
There's a time, there's a place
We do not fit, make no mistake
Look around there's fucking violence
Sit at home and hear the sirens
What the fuck is happening?
Running with the riots
Smashing windows, starting fires
Sirens from the other side
Too many cars are burnt outside
A time bomb situation
Feel the tension, everybody's waiting
They're waiting for the right time
Waiting for the right sign
The Broken Bones is a band that has managed to capture the feeling of being an outsider in their song "Misfit." Throughout the lyrics, we can sense a feeling of frustration and confusion - the writers are expressing their struggle to find their place in a world that seems to be dominated by corruption and violence. With lines like "Got to get to number one," they write of the seemingly impossible task of achieving success in a world that feels like it wasn't built for them.
Despite the impossible odds, however, the lyrics don't express a sense of resignation. Rather, they seem to be urging others to fight for their own place in the world, to break free of the restrictions placed upon them, and to challenge the status quo. Lines like "Running with the riots, Smashing windows, starting fires," encourage listeners to take action and fight back against the oppressive forces around them.
Line by Line Meaning
The writings on the wall
The signs of something going wrong are clear and visible.
Got to get to number one
We need to succeed, no matter the cost. We need to be on top.
What the hell is happening?
We are confused and shocked by the unfolding events.
What have they done?
We are wondering who is responsible for this situation.
There's a time, there's a place
There are certain circumstances where we do not belong.
We do not fit, make no mistake
We stick out and are different compared to the norm.
Look around there's fucking violence
The environment is dangerous and threatening.
Sit at home and hear the sirens
We feel powerless to stop the chaos outside.
Can't watch the news, it's too depressing
The media is reporting on horrific events that we cannot bear to witness.
What the fuck is happening?
We are struggling to comprehend the extent and cause of the current unrest.
Running with the riots
We are caught up in the chaos and flowing with the crowd.
Smashing windows, starting fires
We are part of the destruction and aggressive behavior.
Sirens from the other side
The police and authorities are on their way to stop us.
Too many cars are burnt outside
The damage and destruction is becoming overwhelming and tragic.
A time bomb situation
The current environment is explosive and unstable, ready to escalate or implode.
Feel the tension, everybody's waiting
There is a palpable energy of anticipation and fear in the air.
They're waiting for the right time
Someone is planning or orchestrating the next move or action.
Waiting for the right sign
We are watching for any indicators or cues to escalate or deescalate the situation.
Contributed by Lucy L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.